What Is MBCT?
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Mindfulness-based therapy is a practical, skills-focused approach designed to help you step out of cycles of chronic unhappiness, anxiety, and recurring depression. Rather than trying to “get rid of” difficult thoughts or emotions, MBCT helps you relate to them in a healthier, more compassionate way. This evidence-based therapy combines:
- Cognitive Therapy: Tools that help you recognize unhelpful thought patterns and gently shift the ones that keep you stuck.
- Mindfulness Practices: Guided techniques that train you to stay present, grounded, and aware, even during emotional challenges.
Together, these skills can help you respond to life with greater clarity, balance, and resilience—rather than feeling controlled by your thoughts or moods.
What Conditions Can Mindfulness-Based Therapy Treat?
- Recurrent Depression & Anxiety: Through mindfulness practices, the therapy helps you understand and manage the triggers that can lead to depression or anxiety.
- Food & Eating Issues: MBCT provides techniques to deal with unhealthy eating habits by cultivating a mindful attitude towards food and body image.
- Low Mood & Negative Self-Talk: Mindfulness-based therapy offers tools to recognize and counteract pessimistic thoughts and low mood that might otherwise spiral into depression.
- Body Sensations & Fatigue: Build an affirming connection with your physical self, addressing weariness and sluggishness through body awareness.
- Psychosis: Studies suggest that mindfulness-based therapy can be a complementary treatment for certain symptoms of psychosis.
- Identity-Based Stress: Our therapists tailor MBCT to help the LGBTQIA+, Kink, and Consensual Non-Monogamy and Polyamory communities navigate the specific anxieties of living authentically.
The Benefits of MBCT
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy can be one of the most effective tools for preventing the "downward spiral." Research shows that for those who have faced clinical depression multiple times, MBCT can reduce the risk of relapse by 50%.
Working with a trained therapist allows you to:
- Understand the Roots of Emotional Patterns: Explore how thoughts, emotions, and past experiences interact, without self-blame.
- Develop Practical, Sustainable Skills: Learn techniques that can be applied to daily life, not just during sessions.
- Heal in a Supportive, Affirming Space: Build trust and safety in an environment that respects your identity, boundaries, and pace.
Traditional therapy often puts the spotlight on what you are thinking. Mindfulness-based therapy focuses on how you are thinking. By changing your relationship to your thoughts, they lose their power to control your mood.
What To Expect in a Session
Every session is tailored to your specific needs. At Inclusive Therapy Group, we follow a structured flow to ensure you leave feeling more centered and equipped.
- Arrival & Intentions: We start by settling in and discussing the theme for the session. Any questions or concerns are addressed to ensure that everyone is comfortable.
- Guided Mindfulness Practice: You’ll practice exercises like focused breathing or body scanning to help you observe your thoughts and sensations without judgment.
- Cognitive Therapy Techniques: In addition to mindfulness practices, we may introduce CBT techniques to help you identify and challenge negative thought patterns.
- Homework Assignment: You’ll receive simple exercises to try during the week, helping you integrate mindfulness into your real-world routine. The goal is to reinforce the skills learned during the session and promote continuous growth.
- Closing Reflection: We end with a brief meditation to ensure you feel calm and prepared for the days ahead.
Begin Your Journey With Mindfulness-Based Therapy
You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. If you or someone you know is facing any of the conditions mentioned above, MBCT may be a valuable pathway to healing and growth. Our specialized therapists are ready to help you integrate these tools into your life in ways that honor your identity and your journey.
Reach Out Today
- Free Consultation: Speak with an experienced therapist to see how mindfulness-based therapy can be tailored to your specific needs.
- Affirming Care: Connect with a professional who understands and celebrates the LGBTQIA+, Kink, and Consensual Non-Monogamy and Polyamory communities.
- Expert Support: Our team is here to provide the skills and understanding you need to find clarity and strength.
